“Fall in love with the problem” is a quote from the excellent book by Ann Mae Chang, Lean Impact. The issue she is getting at is that so many people see a problem in the world and then come up with a solution to that problem that they fall in love with. Many people come to me with a solution to a problem they have observed and they want to start a new nonprofit that is … [Read more...] about Fall in Love with The Problem
Mission
Your Organization Identity
Mission + Competitive Advantage = Your Organization Identity This is a formula used by David La Piana in his book, Nonprofit Strategy Revolution. Even though the book is about strategy for nonprofits, the concepts apply to the business world as well. Mission is about your purpose and the impact you want to make with your organization’s services/products/programs. That … [Read more...] about Your Organization Identity
Your Cocktail Reception “Mission Conversation”
We have all heard the suggestion that we have an “elevator pitch.” It’s a good idea to have a quick summary of your mission or new business idea ready to go at a moment’s notice. But I am going to suggest that you have a longer version ready as well. In reality, you often get to talk about the mission of your organization with others in various venues – such as a coffee … [Read more...] about Your Cocktail Reception “Mission Conversation”